Rucks, Mauls & Oval Balls
Welcome to Rucks Mauls & Oval Balls, the ultimate podcast for all things English rugby! Hosted by two former university teammates who shared the pitch and forged a lasting bond, this show takes you behind the scenes of the rugby world, blending insightful analysis with a shared passion for the sport. Each episode dives deep into the game, with a special focus on statistics, player performance, team dynamics, and match breakdowns. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the game, Rucks, Mauls & Oval Balls offers expert commentary, fun debates, and insider knowledge that you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in for the perfect mix of rugby banter, in-depth analysis, and a true love for the game!
Rucks, Mauls & Oval Balls
Latest Episodes
S2 Ep 35 - Global Calendars, Coaches Galore & Giant Collapses
Rumours of South African teams stepping away from European competition are getting louder, and the consequences could be huge. We get into why the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup have been such a logistical headache, why “player welfare” is bot...
S2 Ep 34 - A Prem Rugby Cat Amongst Prem Rugby Pigeons
The league table says one thing, but the rugby says something else: the Gallagher Premiership run-in is starting to feel like a scrap, not a procession. We start by pulling on the biggest off-pitch threads of the week, including talk of Welsh, ...
S2 Ep 33 - Is This The Start Of A Rugby Civil War?
Rugby doesn’t get to hide behind tradition any more and that’s the thread running through everything we talk about. We start with the Bristol Bears “marketing agency” comment and the reaction it sparked, because it cuts straight to the modern f...
S2 Ep 32 - Prem Rugby's Weekend For The Wingers
English rugby can put on a brilliant weekend and still feel stuck in place. We start with the good stuff: club rugby silverware, big days out, and the sense that participation is finally stabilising after Covid. Then the mood turns as the RFU g...
S2 Ep 31 - Prem Rugby Round 13 Unlucky For Some
Two finals in two weeks. One RFU vote that could change who gets a say in English rugby. And a Premiership weekend that lurches from a proper ding-dong at Sandy Park to scorelines that make you wince. We start with our own club world as the Wes...
